4685 Channel Highway, Gordon TAS 7150

Picturesque gardens surround this elegant 3 bedroom 1900s farmhouse, seated at the heart of a 2 hectare estate on the banks of the DEntrecasteaux Channel.With a charming pitched roof and wrap-around verandah adorned with climbers, the weatherboard farmhouse is at once an elegant and welcoming home. Inside, the timeless period features have been enhanced with contemporary style. In the wide hallway, the original floorboards are beautifully polished, while contemporary colours enhance the light, and white trim highlights the timber arch feature. The home comprises 3 double bedrooms, each with unique character. A bedroom at the front of the house has a fireplace and French doors to the verandah. The second bedroom has a handsomely crafted wooden desk built in under the window, while the master bedroom has an adjoining dressing room and en suite with sumptuous spa bath.At the centre of the house, the sitting room is a grand yet comfortable retreat, with high ceilings, ceiling rose detail and a large woodheater. Wide windows look out to the garden, easily accessed through French doors to the garden.The dining room and adjoining kitchen both enjoy peaceful views of the extensive garden and DEntrecasteaux Channel beyond. The generous kitchen has striking timber cabinetry, extensive bench space and an island bench with induction stovetop. Separated from the kitchen by an original fireplace, the dining room continues the contemporary palette with wooden trim around French doors and sliding doors to the verandah. The elegant, timeless character of the home is reflected in the charm of the extensive English-style country garden. A paved entertaining area set within the garden has room for an outdoor setting and barbeque. A meandering walk is framed with climbing roses, while nearby sweeping manicured lawns are bordered by colourful mixed perennial beds. A large dam is home to flourishing water lilies, and towering gums frame the beautiful water views of the DEntrecasteaux Channel and Bruny Island beyond. There is also a well-established vegetable garden fenced against furry visitors, alongside a large potting shed and workshop. A gazebo at the bottom of the garden provides the perfect spot to sit and take it all in. A large outbuilding near the driveway comprises a huge workshop, carport, machinery shed, store room and wood store. Bushland beyond the fenced garden completes the two hectare estate, with walking tracks leading to a rivulet and delightful rockpools and waterfall.